Leave & Payroll Assistant

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Leave & Payroll position will be responsible for all changes in the payroll system as well as managing time records, PTO balances and employee inquiries. The Leave & Payroll Assistant is able to work well in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and has the ability to deal with sensitive and highly confidential information in a productive and organized way. Must be willing to learn, be an effective communicator and be proficient to advanced in excel.

The position is full-time and based in Pleasantville, New Jersey.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Leave & Payroll Assistant would be responsible for but not limited to:

• Acts as the first point of contact for all payroll, time management, and PTO inquiries.
• Process bi-weekly payrolls in payroll system
• Maintains digital personnel records
• Accurately input all payroll related data necessary to process and meet firm deadlines including, but not limited to, new hires, terminations, salary changes, manager changes, bonuses and more
• Process garnishments and all other payroll deductions
• Handles worker’s compensation claims
• Responds to inquiries from managers and employees in a timely manner.
• Handles leave of absences ensuring procedures and regulations are followed and communicating and updating reports on leave statuses
• Generate reports for accounting, human resources, and other departments as needed
• Develop benefits information and statistical and census data for actuaries, insurance carriers and management
• Supervise maintenance of enrollment and claims records for all benefits plans
• Complete employee verifications: complete form/verbal verifications & save information in electronic employee file
• Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with coworkers and employees
• Assist with year-end payroll close and review of W-2s
• Keep up on latest state and federal laws pertaining to payroll or leaves of absence
• Assists with audit requests and other reviews
• Participate and support all company related initiatives and events
• Provide administrative support to Director of Human Resources

Qualifications for this Leave & Payroll position:

High School diploma or GED equivalent required

Must at minimum 2 years of direct payroll processing experience; 3-5 years preferred

Working knowledge of UKG or a similar payroll system

Knowledge of FMLA, STD and State Leaves

Candidate should be professional, organized, detail oriented and have both excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent time management, organizational, and follow-through skills. Positive attitude and ability to work as a team.

Candidate must be able to maintain a high level of discretion, judgement and confidentiality. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy.

Salary will be based on experience and/or other qualifications. Interested candidates should submit cover letter and resume to the email address provided.